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A Sweet Celebration: Whole Wheat Smash Cake Recipe

Are you looking for a healthier and delicious dessert option for your little one’s special day? Look no further! This whole wheat smash cake recipe is a game-changer. Made with wholesome ingredients and no refined sugars, it’s the perfect treat for a birthday party, baby shower, or weekend brunch.

The Perfect Balance of Flavor and Nutrition

This cake may not be as sweet as traditional cakes, but it’s packed with natural sweetness from the blueberries and banana. The whole wheat flour adds a nutty flavor and a denser texture, making it a great alternative to traditional cakes.

Smash Cake Perfection

Smash cakes are a popular trend among families celebrating their child’s first birthday. They’re usually decorated simply and are single or double layered, making them the perfect centerpiece for any celebration. And the best part? They’re designed for the birthday child to dig in and have fun without ruining the entire cake!

Easy to Make and Delicious

To make this cake, you’ll need to prepare two bowls – one for the wet ingredients and one for the dry ingredients. Mix them together to form the cake batter, then bake and prepare the whipped frosting. The result is a moist and flavorful cake that’s sure to impress your guests.

Pair it with Other Delicious Recipes

Start your party off with a light and refreshing Summer Stone Fruit Salad or Oysters with Prosecco Mignonette. For the main course, try our fresh and summery Corn, Bell Pepper, and Zucchini Sauté or Chicken Cordon Bleu. And don’t forget to pair it with our fruity Peach Shrub or quick and easy Black Rose wine punch.

Recipe Details

Yields: 1 Small Cake
Total Time: 50 Mins
Active Time: 20 Mins

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• 1 medium ripe banana (about 3 ounces)
• ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
• ¼ cup whole milk
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon almond extract

For the Frosting:

• 1 cup frozen blueberries
• ¼ cup water
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter two 4-inch spring form pans and dust with whole wheat flour.
2. Heat frozen blueberries and water in a saucepan over medium-low heat until they soften and burst. Blend until smooth and set aside to cool.
3. Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl. Set aside.
4. Blend banana, applesauce, milk, and maple syrup in a blender until smooth. Whisk in egg and almond extract.
5. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 20-23 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
8. Beat heavy whipping cream until it’s the consistency of whipped cream. Fold in blueberry mixture and frost cake as desired.